Certified Home Health Aide

Dharma Home Care; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Instant Pay

Flexible Schedules

Referral bonus

Paid orientation

Job summary

Dharma Home Care is seeking Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) in New Jersey to join a compassionate team delivering client-centered care. We value growth, ongoing training, and a supportive environment for caregivers and clients alike.

Earn $19.50–$21/hr with flexible schedules, instant pay, and opportunities for advancement across NJ. Training, PPE, and RN mentorship support your career path from CHHA to leadership roles.

Qualifications

• CHHA license in good standing (NJ)
• Ability to perform essential daily living activities
• Reliable transportation with valid license and insurance
• Provide verifiable professional references
• Consistent employment history for past 12 months
• Pass national criminal background check
• Health requirements: physical, TB test or X-ray, MMR vaccination

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care and assistance with daily living activities
• Support client independence while ensuring safety and well-being
• Follow individualized care plans tailored to each client’s needs and document as required
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and Dharma Home Care staff

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Earn $19.50–$21/hr

• Instant Pay Available
• Flexible Schedules

At Dharma Home Care, we are driven by a deep sense of duty to serve the most vulnerable members of our community,and to support the dedicated caregivers who make that mission possible. We believe in nurturing personal growth, offering ongoing training, and creating a supportive environment where both clients and caregivers can thrive.

Position Overview

We are currently building our pool of compassionate and dedicated Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) who value personal growth, professional development, and delivering exceptional, client-centered care. Ideal candidates bring a positive attitude, adaptability to clients’ needs, and a genuine passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care and assistance with daily living activities
• Support client independence while ensuring safety and well-being
• Follow individualized care plans tailored to each client’s needs and document as requiredCommunicate effectively with clients, families, and Dharma Home Care staff

All Shifts Available – Hourly Caregivers Needed

• Hourly Care: Starting at $19.50/hour
• Flexible Schedules: Full-time, part-time, or per diem (subject to shift availability)

What We Offer

Competitive Pay

Starting at $19.50/hr

Instant Pay

Access your earnings before payday

Grow Your Career

CHHA → Mentor Caregiver → Care Coordinator → Office Leadership

Flexible Schedules

Full-time, part-time, or per diem

Work Close to Home

Cases throughout NJ (subject to availability)

Time Off

Paid PTO and sick leave

Seven Paid Holidays

Enjoy extra pay at time-and-a-half if they’re working on the paid holiday

Referral Bonus

Earn up to $300 per referral

Training & Support

Paid orientation, ongoing skills training, and RN mentorship

Retirement Planning

401(k) to help secure your future

Safety First

Free PPE provided

Minimum Requirements

• Licensure: Must hold an active New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) license in good standing.
• Physical Ability: Must be physically able to perform the essential duties of this position.
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance.
• References: Must provide at least two verifiable professional references.
• Work History: Must provide verifiable employment history for the past 12 months.
• Background Check: Must successfully pass a national criminal background check (including any additional screenings required by the State of New Jersey).
• Health Requirements: Must provide proof of the following:
• Valid physical examination within the last year
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray
• Proof of MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination

This agency is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the agency, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this agency. All inquiries about employment at this agency should be made directly to the agency location, and not to Home Care Evolution Corporate.